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At Equip, we know that our providers are a key ingredient to the lasting recovery of patients. Given just how difficult eating disorders are to treat－along with rising burnout rates amongst healthcare providers－we’re committed to creating an environment where our clinicians feel supported, engaged, and set up to succeed for our patients and for themselves. ?? Recently, our providers came together for an in-person onsite event for inspiring talks, bonding opportunities, and a celebration of all the work they do. Here are some of the highlights: 1?? Continued learning and education: We held trainings in motivational interviewing, psychopharmacology, caring for patients with complex problems, and more 2?? Centering culturally competent care: We had a panel on culturally-competent care and had an incredible keynote presentation from the extraordinary?Sonya Renee Taylor 3?? Team bonding: Our clinical teams enjoyed bonding dinners, hikes, and trainings on skills for practicing self-care as a provider 4?? Supporting our village: Our team committed to an inclusive onsite (like using hug/handshake/hello and social battery badges) and brainstormed solutions to make the virtual world feel more connected With a mission as important and ambitious as ours, it’s essential to prioritize provider experience, in-person bonding, and ongoing education. Interested in joining this incredible team? See our open positions here: https://lnkd.in/g_pp2WVJ

??Featured podcast episode ?? Psych Hub's Therapy Cafe podcast recently sat down with Equip’s Senior Vice President of Clinical Programs, Dr. Cara Bohon to discuss a critical topic in eating disorder treatment: atypical anorexia nervosa (AAN). While the term "atypical" suggests rarity, AAN is far from uncommon. It's actually more common than "typical" anorexia, affecting up to 4.9% of people over their lifetime. In the episode, Dr. Bohon dives into the nuances of AAN, debunking misconceptions, and discussing the severe health risks this underdiagnosed condition carries. Whether you’re a psychologist, therapist, or other mental health professional, this episode will arm you with the evidence-based insights you need to treat AAN just as urgently as traditional anorexia. Eligible learners can also earn a 1-hour CE credit for listening. You can catch the episode here: https://lnkd.in/gV_AEqt3

The majority of eating disorders still go undiagnosed. And, eating disorder patients are at much higher risk of suicide. This month’s two Equip Academy events focus on these two critical topics: eating disorder screening, and addressing suicidality. Here’s when you can catch these events and earn free CE/CME credits: Never Miss a Diagnosis: Screening for Eating Disorders Presented by Dori Steinberg, PhD, RD ?? Tues, Oct 8, 2024 at 9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET Learn about the tools available for screening eating disorders, the pros and cons of using them in clinical practice, and how to improve early detection in children and adolescents. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gbvK6VJi Life-Saving Eating Disorder Care: Addressing Suicidality Throughout Treatment and Recovery Presented by Katie Gordon, Ph.D, LP ?? Weds, Oct 30, 2024 at 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET Discover the factors contributing to suicidality in eating disorder patients and how to equip yourself with the right tools and resources to support them. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gJr8Qwk7 Each session is 60 minutes, includes a Q&A, is open to all, and includes free CE/CME credits for those eligible. We hope to see you there!

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be sponsoring the Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo (FNCE) from October 5th to October 8th in Minneapolis, Minnesota! FNCE brings together nutrition professionals, students, and industry leaders to dive into the latest research, engage in meaningful discussions, and network. We can’t wait to connect with dietitians and discuss how Equip can support their patients with eating disorders. Visit us at Booth #1012 to chat and learn more! If you’re unable to attend, feel free to reach out with any questions before or after the event: https://lnkd.in/gic_jrpq Learn more about FNCE here: https://eatrightfnce.org/

Equip has been named one of LinkedIn's Top Startups for the third year in a row! ?? We're excited to have our mission of making eating disorder treatment accessible to everyone recognized once again, alongside so many other innovative companies. Cheers to our Equipster team who make this award possible! ?? See the full list of winners here: https://lnkd.in/eN2ynzGM

We’re excited to announce we’ll be presenting and sponsoring the American Academy of Pediatrics’ annual conference from September 27th to October 1st in Orlando, Florida. The AAP Experience offers the unique opportunity to discover the latest pediatric advances, hear from leading experts, and connect with other professionals in the field! We’re excited to share a research presentation about a new pediatric screening tool for eating disorders. Come visit us at Booth #761! Learn more about the conference here: https://aapexperience.org/?

With over 5 million Americans struggling with eating disorders and fewer than 5,000 trained clinicians available to treat them, this workforce shortage is more critical than ever. Equip's co-founder and COO Erin Parks, Ph.D., will be addressing this topic at The Kennedy Forum’s upcoming Alignment for Progress conference. Erin will join the "Mental Health and Substance Use Care Workforce" panel to discuss the growing shortage of trained clinicians and rising rates of burnout within the eating disorder field—and what we can do about it. Catch Erin and the rest of the panel on Wednesday, September 25 in Washington, DC. Get more information here: https://lnkd.in/e2ADZe2r #Align4Progress #MentalHealth #EatingDisorders #WorkforceDevelopment

At Equip, we recently conducted a survey of over 600 women to explore the intersection of fertility and eating disorders/disordered eating behaviors. Our findings reveal the complex impact that these behaviors can have on fertility journeys: ?? Women with ED/DE experience higher infertility rates (45%) compared to the national rate (11%). ?? 23% wouldn’t have sought help for their ED/DE behaviors if not for their fertility struggles. ?? 1 in 3 women hesitated to discuss their eating habits with healthcare providers, and 35% were advised to lose weight—despite evidence showing this doesn’t improve fertility. These insights highlight the need for more education, support, and compassionate healthcare. Swipe to learn more, and click the link below to read more about the survey.? https://lnkd.in/gkj2aHfd

Studies show that eating disorder patients experience higher rates of almost every form of trauma. For people recovering from both trauma and an eating disorder, addressing the two simultaneously is essential. Integrated, compassionate care that treats the whole person is critical to achieving long-term recovery. Swipe to learn more about the connection between trauma and eating disorders, and the tools that empower whole-person recovery.

This September, Equip Academy is offering two opportunities to earn CE/CME credits and learn from eating disorder experts! This month’s events focus on two vulnerable populations that experience higher rates of eating disorders: athletes and people with co-occurring OCD. Here are the event details: “Untangling OCD and Eating Disorders: Differentiating and Addressing These Closely-Related Conditions” Presented by Jessie Menzel on Weds, Sept 18, 2024 at 9:00am PT / 12:00pm ET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gySfjyjJ “Treatment of Athletes with Eating Disorders: Considerations, Conundrums, and Best Practices” Presented by Camilla Blanton RD, LD, CEDS and Megan Hellner, DrPH, MPH, RD, CEDS-S on Mon, Sept 23, 2024 at 10:30am PT / 1:30pm ET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gYBqgSrW